TEN Celebrates a Decade of Artistry with the Final Show of His U.S. Showcase Tour in New York City

Photos: Jean Libert

TEN has been a formidable artist in K-Pop for a decade. As he closes out his first U.S. showcase tour, he brings his incredible energy to New York City with a roaring crowd of 10velys (the fandom) packed inside Terminal 5. TEN delivers an unforgettable performance that makes his talent impossible to miss.

A sea of light sticks lit up the venue as the opening VCR played. The smoky atmosphere set the tone for the night, its sultry and beguiling aura pulling the audience in as TEN stepped onto the stage to perform “STUNNER.” The energy shifted immediately. TEN didn’t waste a second of his momentum, putting his all into the performance as he transitioned to “Nightwalker” and “Birthday.” Renowned for his exceptional dance skills and choreography, his stages were a masterclass in the technical precision and storytelling he has built his career on. 

10velys gave TEN a booming ovation before he welcomed them to his final show. He promised to give the audience an electrifying concert to close out his showcase tour before moving into the next section of the show. TEN kept the energy flowing with his funk-driven hits “ON TEN” and “Dangerous.” The disco ball reflecting above the crowd created a thrilling atmosphere as 10velys partied through the night.

TEN stepped up the intensity with chair choreography for “Shadow.” His smooth, controlled tone and powerful high notes elevated an already striking performance. After the second VCR, TEN graced the stage again, this time without his backup dancers. He sang a piano ballad version of “New Heroes,” revisiting one of his earlier solo tracks, released before his official solo debut. It showed a more personal and intimate side of TEN, allowing him to connect with his fans as they sang along. His ballad rendition of “Water” provided an emotional edge to the song, highlighting his impressive vocal control and range.

TEN encouraged 10velys to turn on their flashlights for “Lie With You.” The venue lit up brighter than before, with the crowd cheering and waving their arms from side to side. It was a wonderful, interactive moment that reflected how close TEN is with his fans. The set flowed effortlessly with the return of groovier tracks to pick up the tempo. After performing his unreleased track “Can I Be Honest” and the sensuous song “Waves,” TEN brought back “No Pressure,” a dance-pop collaboration with D.N.A. His ability to hold the audience's attention across such a varied sonic journey is a testament to his stagecraft. The crowd matched his energy throughout the entire night as he brought his backup dancers back for a high-energy, playful performance of “IRL,” complete with a special NYC chant.

As the night drew to a close, TEN thanked his team and 10velys for making the showcase tour possible, with the fans giving his dancers a thunderous round of applause. He closed the show with “OUTWEST,” sending the crowd home buzzing with excitement.

TEN is a commanding performer. From soulful vocals to captivating choreography, this first showcase tour served as a grand celebration of his artistic growth over the past decade. The bond he shared with 10velys was palpable throughout the night. While New York City marked the successful conclusion of this milestone, if this showcase tour is any indication, TEN's next chapter promises to be even more ambitious and memorable for 10velys all around the world.